Hiroshima Walking Tour with a Local Buddy

5.0(8)1 hr 30 minJapanese, EnglishBook 1 day aheadHiroshima, Japan

From

$20

Looking for a deeper way to experience Hiroshima? Join us for a friendly walking tour hosted by Hello Hiroshima, the volunteer group based at Hiroshima Station.　We are not professional guides — we are your BUDDIES, local residents who want to share our city and make your journey in Hiroshima truly special. Walk historic streets, cross centuries-old bridges, visit A-bombed trees, and see Memorial Cathedral for World Peace and Fukuya Department Store— all while learning about Hiroshima’s resilience, culture, and daily life. Perfect for travelers who want a warm, authentic experience beyond sightseeing. Walk side by side with locals and discover not only Hiroshima’s history but also its culture and everyday life. For those wishing to learn about the authentic Hiroshima while interacting with locals, this tour is highly recommended.

Included

Insights into Hiroshima’s history, culture, and daily life
Local English-Speaking Buddies
Friendly conversation and Q&A

Not included

Available for purchase

What you'll do

Enko Bridge
Minami-ku, Enkobashicho ~ Matobacho, Hiroshima, Japan
We will take a photo with HIROSHIMA monument and tell you a story about Enkobashi Bridge and Kyobahi Bridge, where past and present meets.
5 min
We will meet A-bombed trees along the peaceful riverside
10 min
Catholic Noboricho Church, Memorial Cathedral for World Peace
4-42 Noboricho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
This cathedral was built with donations from all over the world. We will tour the cathedral and explain its history.
15 min
Fukuya, Hatchobori Honten
6-26 Ebisucho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
We visit Fukuya Department store, the largest surviving A-bombed building and tell you the story of Hiroshima's restoration after the bombing.
10 min

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

It is located next to the central gate of Hiroshima station 2nd floor

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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